Ethiopia & East Africa · office in Gondar · Open daily · 8:00 - 18:00 (East Africa Time)
Multi-Region Grand
Lakes, wolves and the river peoples. The definitive south — Rift lakes, the Bale highlands, the Omo valley and Harar woven into a single ten-day grand tour.
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From USD 1,500 per person
Indicative from price — your full quote is confirmed when you enquire.
Southern Ethiopia is two countries in one: the green, wolf-haunted highlands of Bale and the sunburnt, riverine world of the Omo. This ten-day journey links them — with the Rift's lakes and the walled city of Harar as bookends.
It is the fullest possible look at the south, combining wildlife, birdlife, living cultures and Ethiopia's eastern frontier with a single guiding team.
Route difficulty
Regular walking days at altitude at a measured pace.
Best time to go
Trekking runs year-round with the right plan — ask us for the best window for your dates.
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Drive to Lake Ziway for a boat ride and flamingo pools at Abijatta.
Lake Hawassa cruise and the Wenchi crater lake in the forested highlands.
Climb onto the Bale massif through the Harenna forest viewpoints.
A full plateau day among Ethiopian wolves, giant lobelia and nyala.
Descend through the gorge country toward the Omo valley roadhead.
The South Omo Museum and the Mursi villages of Mago National Park.
Hamer homesteads and the famous Turmi market with its bull-jumping arena.
Morning with the Kara river communities, then the terraced villages of Konso on the route back.
Early return to Addis and an afternoon flight to the eastern walled city for sunset in its alleys.
The hyena men if you didn't go last night, morning markets, then transfer to Dire Dawa airport.
More details provided at booking.
A reasonable level of fitness — you'll walk 3–8 hours daily at high altitude.
Travellers who want a complete, in-depth journey across Ethiopia and beyond.
Run small-group or privately so the experience stays personal.
Not sure it's the right fit? We'll help you choose — see how we plan trips.
Indicative pricing
US$ 3,000
US$ 1,500 per person × 2
This tour is rated moderate. Expect several hours of guided walking each day at altitude; a reasonable level of fitness will see you enjoy it comfortably.
The indicative price covers licensed guide throughout, all park, cruise and village fees and accommodation as per the itinerary. See the full "What's included" list above — your exact quote, and anything you'd like adjusted, is confirmed when you enquire.
Yes — this tour runs privately or for small groups, so you can travel solo, as a couple, or with friends on your own dates.
This tour reaches high altitude in the Simien Mountains. Routes are paced for acclimatisation, and good hydration and a measured pace make a big difference. For practical guidance on managing altitude, see the altitude section under travel information.
Rift valley gems and the wild south
Rift lakes, flamingoes and dramatic mountains — a southern journey from the cities of the lakes to the wilds of the Bale Mountains.
The cultural heart of Africa
A respectful, guided journey to the communities of the Omo Valley — Hamer, Karo, Mursi and Ari — with local guides who know the etiquette and traditions.
Africa's largest Afro-alpine plateau — an otherworldly world of giant lobelias, cloud forests and the endangered Ethiopian wolf.
The cultural heart of Africa — ancient communities, painted bodies and a way of life along the Omo river that has endured for centuries.
The ancient walled city of the east — 368 alleyways, hyenas at the gates, and a UNESCO-listed old town like nowhere else in Africa.
Send us an inquiry and we'll confirm availability, answer your questions and finalise every detail for you.
